J-9.5 Local over Little Arkansas River
PoorPosted for loadHarvey County, Kansas · 1.5N 7.3E of Burrton · Structure no. 000400797505700
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 243 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
J-9.5 Local over Little Arkansas River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying J-9.5 Local over Little Arkansas River in Harvey County, Kansas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, projected to reach 11 by 2042. The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was J-9.5 Local over Little Arkansas River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is J-9.5 Local over Little Arkansas River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does J-9.5 Local over Little Arkansas River carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2006 count).
How long is J-9.5 Local over Little Arkansas River?
The structure is 243 ft (74.1 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns J-9.5 Local over Little Arkansas River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.